Elliott Stephen Brafman, O.D.
Elliott Stephen Brafman is an Optometrist based in Miami, FL with over 11 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Elliott Stephen Brafman, O.D. specializes in optometry, serving patients in Miami, FL in independent practice. He graduated from New England College of Optometry in 2015 and has 11+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 81.31/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 43% of MIPS-scored doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3945dNPPES updated 2015-08-04 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Florida Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Florida.
MIPS Score
202381.31/100
Florida avg: 82.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.3 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in FloridaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better58.3%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-24.5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
359
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
187
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
422
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $69k
Percentile rankings compared against 5,053 reporting peers in Florida.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$37 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2018 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Elliott Stephen Brafman's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2015
New England College of Optometry
11 years in practice
Established
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
Taxonomy: 152W00000X
Education & Training
New England College of Optometry (Class of 2015)
Mailing address
400 Sw 1st Ave Apt 303, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301-3477
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 510029
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Optometry Care With Elliott Stephen Brafman
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Elliott Stephen Brafman for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Miami required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elliott Stephen Brafman
Dr. Brafman is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Miami, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (305) 439-3101.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
900 Nw 17th St, Miami, FL 33136-1119
Mailing Address
400 Sw 1st Ave Apt 303, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301-3477
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